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Monsanto Retreats From Europe, Withdraws EU Bids to Plant GMO Crops
The president of Monsanto in Europe said the biotech giant would withdraw from seeking permission to sell genetically modified seed in the European Union, where the company is deeply unpopular.
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The Democracy Convention: Building A New Economy and Our Communities
This August in Madison, Wis., the second national Democracy Convention will focus on reshaping the economy in the interests of the majority, and pushing back against Wall Street power.
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Italy Moves to Ban Monsanto's GM Maize, With 80% Public Support
Citing environmental concerns, Italy's Agriculture Ministry announced Friday a decree banning the cultivation of Monsanto's MON810 maize, the only genetically modified crop grown commercially in Europe.
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The Monsanto Video Revolt: Over the Gates of Mainstream Media
Opposition against Monsanto is being highlighted around the world in a major way — with activists uploading their videos against Monsanto via YouTube and all the major video websites.
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Two Secret Trade Agreements Threaten to Undo Our Last Shreds of Food Safety
You could soon be eating imported seafood, beef or chicken products that don’t meet even basic U.S. food safety standards.
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Appeals Court Rules Farmers Cannot Sue Monsanto — If Monsanto Cannot Sue Them
The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has ruled that organic and non-GMO farmers and seed company plaintiffs cannot bring a lawsuit against Monsanto, because the biotech giant has committed to not suing them.
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Connecticut Is First State to Pass GE Food Labeling Law
This week, Connecticut won the honor of becoming the first state to pass a law requiring genetically engineered foods to be labeled.
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Target, Other Major Retailers, Announce Boycott of GE Salmon
Along with mega-retailer Target, the total number of companies committed to not selling genetically engineered seafood now stands at 59 retailers representing 4,662 grocery stores across the U.S.
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Exposed: List Emerges of Politicians Paid By Monsanto, As Senate Rejects States' Rights to Label GMOs
A quarter of the U.S. Senate is on Monsanto's payroll. No wonder the legislative body voted overwhelmingly against a GMO labeling amendment.
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Thousands Around World Marched Against Monsanto
Hundreds of protesters took to the streets in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday as part of a global series of marches against seed giant Monsanto and genetically modified foods.
